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Costco Raises Hourly Wages for Many Employees

Costco, a popular wholesale store, has announced that most of its hourly workers will now be paid over $30 an hour. A recent memo viewed by Reuters revealed the company's plans to increase wages for its highest earning store...

Ways to create more jobs in the United States

The issue of unemployment is menacing, and many times everyone acts like it does not exist. The Senate and Congress are formulating more laws every day but haven't been able to solve the unemployment crisis in the United S...

Tips to Achieve and Maintain a Good Career-Life Balance

Finding the perfect balance between career and personal life is a perennial challenge faced by many individuals in today's fast-paced and demanding world. Juggling professional responsibilities with personal c...

Change Course: Empowering Lives and Building Careers in Des Moines

  In the heart of Des Moines, a nonprofit organization called Change Course is transforming lives and giving individuals a second chance at building successful careers. With its unique program offerin...

How to Gracefully Handle a Job Rejection Email

Facing job rejection is a common part of the job search process. It's not easy, but how you respond to a rejection email can leave a lasting impression and potentially open doors in the future.  Here's what you ...

Full Employment & Jobs Creation Under Trump is the Worse in Almost 100 Years

Full Employment & Jobs Creation Under Trump is the Worse in Almost 100 Years President Trump once said he would be "the greatest jobs president that God ever created." This is in s...

5 Tips to Write A Compelling Resume for a Career Transition

In the aftermath of an unprecedented global shift, many professionals are contemplating career transitions. A recent survey by iHire revealed that two-thirds of workers have considered a new career path over the pa...

Acing Your Next Interview by Mastering Common Questions

Feeling the jitters about an upcoming job interview? You're not alone. Interviews can feel like walking a tightrope while juggling fireballs — exciting, yet a tad terrifying.  However, a sprinkle of p...

Job Market Momentum Slows - What It Means for Your Career

The job market, which has been red-hot for months, showed signs of cooling down in October according to the latest jobs report. Employers added 150,000 jobs last month - a solid number, but noticeably fewer than in...